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Magical Family Photographer | Philadelphia
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Magical Family Photographer | Philadelphia

Magical Center City Philly family photo sessions this weekend! $75 for 2 fine-art images in the city glow. Limited spots available!

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Family Beach Session | ICONA Hotel | Wildwood NJ
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Family Beach Session | ICONA Hotel | Wildwood NJ

Enjoyed a summer family session at the ICONA Hotel in Wildwood, NJ with mom, dad, two teens, and their brother. Perfect beach portraits by a New Jersey family photographer.

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Magical Sibling Forest Photoshoot in Williamstown, NJ
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Magical Sibling Forest Photoshoot in Williamstown, NJ

A dreamy forest photoshoot in Williamstown, NJ, featuring a brother and sister. The little girl wore a stunning Little Dreamers Couture dress!

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Family Portraits | Rittenhouse | Philadelphia Photographer
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Family Portraits | Rittenhouse | Philadelphia Photographer

Capture the magic of family moments in Rittenhouse Square! Mini sessions for your family portraits in Philadelphia with Shooting Star Photography. Book today!

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Family Beach Sessions in Ocean City & Cape May: Capturing Magical Moments at the Jersey Shore
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Family Beach Sessions in Ocean City & Cape May: Capturing Magical Moments at the Jersey Shore

Looking for stunning family beach photos in Ocean City or Cape May, NJ? Book your family beach session at the Jersey Shore with Shooting Star Photography. From golden-hour portraits to wardrobe options, we capture every special moment with the perfect backdrop.

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Welcome

Welcome to the Shooting Star Photography blog! This is where I share the magic behind my sessions—whether it’s a dreamy mermaid shoot, a wildflower mini, or tips to make your family photos stress-free. Dive in, explore, and let’s create something beautiful together!

A young girl in a vintage dress waters vibrant pink peonies in a sunlit New Jersey garden, capturing the magic of childhood and springtime beauty.
Young boys picking flowers for portrait session in New Jersey

Creative Children’s Portraits

"Creative Kids’ Portraits in NJ – Because ‘Say Cheese’ is Boring!"

Tired of the same old stiff smiles? At Shooting Star Photography, we turn kids' portraits into magical, personality-packed works of art! Whether they’re twirling in a field, striking a superhero pose, or making their best “I didn’t just eat candy” face, we capture the fun, chaos, and charm of childhood. Book a session before they outgrow their cuteness (or attitude)!

Our Portfolio

Follow our journey around the Philadelphia Area.

Little Christmas beauty. Love the berries on here headpiece. We will be down in Cape May for sessions again this Saturday, if you would like to snag a spot, reach out. They are opening the houses up for tours and it should be a delightful weekend!
I really do have some of the most beautiful location options. I love having a ton of options for my clients. Working hard this Christmas season. Four albums on its way to their homes :)
Cyber Monday! 2025 Beach Limited-Edition Sessions are launched. This will be our only Limited Edition Offering. Hope to see you next year! You can find info in the description below.
Taking in and counting down to all the Christmas Magic arriving. Two of my favorite kiddos, ever. I've seen them grown from little itty bitties to now responsible teens.
When you BELIEVE in the magic of Santa.
Launching our 2025 Beach Sessions tomorrow! Couple new things on the horizon and cannot wait!
Look how beautiful. Love the unicorn magic! If you would like to book your own private unicorn session, please contact us. We have locations all over from forests, to wildflowers, to the beach. Happy Magical Thanksgiving Eve! #unicorn #unicornmag